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Congress Warns: China Exploits U.S. Research for Nuclear Tech

12/17/2025

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A congressional report reveals that China leverages partnerships with U.S. researchers funded by the Department of Energy to access sensitive nuclear technology.
The report identifies over 4,300 academic papers involving collaborations with Chinese researchers, many linked to China’s military.
Investigators recommend stricter policies to shield U.S. research.
The Pentagon funded projects with Chinese entities during a two-year period.

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Story summary

A congressional report reveals that China leverages partnerships with U.S. researchers funded by the Department of Energy to access sensitive nuclear technology.
The report identifies over 4,300 academic papers involving collaborations with Chinese researchers, many linked to China’s military.
Investigators recommend stricter policies to shield U.S. research.
The Pentagon funded projects with Chinese entities during a two-year period.